Supply Nation

Supply Nation is thrilled to have collaborated with Certified Supplier Little Rocket and proud Gamilaraay and Warlpiri artist Jessie Waratah on the official Connect 2025 branding. Founded by Gurindji man John Burgess, Little Rocket is a full-service creative marketing agency based in Naarm (Melbourne). Little Rocket places a strong emphasis on caring for the community and is dedicated to delivering impactful solutions that make a difference. Jessie Waratah, born and raised in Sydney, creates designs that include references to native plants and animals, in addition to landscapes of the local area. In this way, the paintings themselves become an Acknowledgement of Country. The design ‘Connected Then and Now’ celebrates the strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The gathering of communities to share knowledge and empower each other is expressed through core elements of the sky, land and waters.

Inland Rail is set to revolutionise freight transport between Melbourne and Brisbane, with a 1,600km corridor currently under construction. Supply Nation Certified Supplier YAKKA Training is driving education and employment support through the Inland Rail Skills Academy, helping young Indigenous people build skills and secure jobs. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/gnUKE-mP #SupplyNation #SupplierDiversity #IndigenousBusiness

All Supply Nation Registered and Certified Suppliers, and Member organisations are required to agree to and uphold Supply Nation’s Code of Conduct. After receiving a complaint, Supply Nation has carefully reviewed all available evidence and determined that a Supplier has breached the Code of Conduct. Our Code outlines the actions Supply Nation may take in response to a Supplier’s breach. In this instance, Supply Nation has asserted its right under the Code to take appropriate action, and the individual concerned, and their business will be restricted from exhibiting and/or attending Supply Nation events for a period of 12 months. Further breaches of the Code by the Supplier may result in the cancellation of the Supplier’s Registration with Supply Nation. Our Code of Conduct and complaints process can be viewed here: https://lnkd.in/gMFhMEXt

One week until Supplier Diversity Awards 2025 nominations close! This is your last chance to recognise pioneers of the Indigenous business sector – submit your nomination: https://lnkd.in/gKDmmVuw. ⏰ Entries close Sunday 6 April 2025, 11:59pm AEST #SNConnect #SupplyNation #SupplierDiversity #IndigenousBusiness

This week, alongside Commonwealth Bank and Kinaway-The Victorian Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce, we hosted the next Indigenous Business Education Series on brand and marketing, in Naarm (Melbourne). A huge thank you to our incredible speakers Hugh from EY, talking about strategies for brand development and Mike from Adhesive, who spoke about the power of storytelling. Thank you to our panelists - Little Rocket, NLA Trucking & Excell Waste Solutions. This series is open to all Indigenous businesses – stay tuned for upcoming events. #SupplyNation #SupplierDiversity #IndigenousBusiness Kate Russell

Tickets to Connect 2025 are on sale now! Connect brings together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses, corporate organisations and government departments to foster strategic opportunities and celebrate the success of the sector. The theme, ‘Beyond the Horizon’, marks our return to Gadigal Land (Sydney) with strength, purpose and vision. After celebrating 15 years of Supply Nation, we look to where land, sea and sky meet – ready to break new ground and shape the future of Indigenous business. 🗓️ Wednesday 20 and Thursday 21 August 2025 📍 International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) 🎟️ Secure your tickets: https://lnkd.in/ejy8ZbG #SNConnect #SupplyNation #SupplierDiversity #IndigenousBusiness

All Australians should take pride in the achievements of Indigenous businesses who are not only closing the gap but shaping the broader economy. However, this success is often obstructed and overshadowed by the attention given to ‘black cladding’. Supply Nation CEO and proud Awabakal woman, Kate Russell states: “We cannot let the sensationalism associated with the term ‘black cladding’ continue to demean the success and significant contribution Indigenous businesses are making to maintaining growth and prosperity across Australia’s economies. In my role I am privileged to see over 5,500 genuine Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-owned businesses on our Indigenous Business Direct database making a tangible difference to their families and communities”. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g7cwZvPD #SupplyNation #SupplierDiversity #IndigenousBusiness National Indigenous Australians Agency Indigenous Business Australia

Last financial year was monumental for Supply Nation and the Indigenous business sector: 💼 A record $4.6 billion was spent with Supply Nation Indigenous businesses. 🤝 284,864 contracts were secured, the largest valued at $91 million. 🌱 87% of procurement spend was with small to medium-sized businesses. 📈 Reached over 5,500 verified suppliers and more than 820 government, corporate and not-for-profit members. These achievements reflect the unwavering commitment to supplier diversity across Australia. Together, we are making a lasting impact. #SupplyNation #SupplierDiversity #IndigenousBusiness

The Supply Nation team attended the GovProcure 2025 Summit this week on Cammeraygal Land in North Sydney. Our CEO and proud Awabakal woman, Kate Russell, shared insights on the rapidly evolving Indigenous business sector. Attendees also had the chance to connect with our team and learn more at our stand. As an event sponsor, we look forward to seeing innovation and supplier diversity continue to shape government procurement. #SupplyNation #SupplierDiversity #IndigenousBusiness

Relive the best moments of Connect ⏪ From powerful conversations to partnerships in the making, last year’s event showcased everything the Indigenous business sector has to offer. Connect is returning to Gadigal Land at ICC Sydney in 2025 – will you be there? 📅 Wednesday 20 and Thursday 21 August 2025 🎟️ Tickets on sale soon: https://lnkd.in/ejy8ZbG #SNConnect #SupplyNation #SupplierDiversity #IndigenousBusiness